When you think about it, gift wrappers are carefully selected only to be thrown out. As such, they account for majority of the waste created during the holidays. Be “Green” this year and recycle that used wrapping paper. If you don’t have a stash of old wrapping papers or gift bags, try these tips and [...]
In any home with children, paper chain garlands are requisite Christmas decor. There are many paper options available these days, aside the classic construction paper: metallic, patterned, textured, and themed. Go to a craft store to see all the options! You will need: Scissors Pencil Ruler Your choice of paper (the more varied the [...]
Are you a crafter and a thrift-er? Make these five easy-to-craft ornaments on the cheap, courtesy of GoodHousekeeping.com. They save money, and if you do them with the family, you’re creating ornaments and memories. That’s efficient! Peppermint garland Hot glue the ends of traditional peppermint candies together to create a long garland to drape over [...]
An alternative to the holiday candy dish, this lollipop tabletop tree that we found at Disney’s Family Fun site is a great craft project to make with the kids. You will need: Corrugated cardboard that measures 9 inches across the base and 8 inches tall Craft knife Lollipops 11-inch wooden skewer Bottle cork Glue Instructions: [...]
The smell of freshly popped popcorn wafting from microwaves and stovetops makes the snack a staple for movie nights and afternoon get-togethers. But best of all, once the Holiday season rolls around, popcorn can become a unique ornament on your Christmas tree. Follow these simple steps for a fun and funky DIY holiday popcorn garland, [...]
From the DIY experts of MarthaStewart.com, we discovered a fun, whimsical ornament that is easy enough to make by adults and children (with adult supervision). This lovely button wreath is a unique addition to your tree that only takes minutes to complete. You will need: Needle-nose pliers or wire cutters 16-gauge copper wire, or 22-gauge [...]
The Grinch in Chimney Christmas Ornament, which depicts Dr. Seuss’s furry green character stuck in a chimney, is the perfect gift for anyone with a sense of humor. From the creative folks at About.com, this ornament will also awaken the child in everyone this holiday season as it hangs on your tree. Materials Needed: Empty [...]
For truly personal wrapping paper, anyone young and old can make their own with a few potatoes, paint, and plain paper. Use these instructions from Kidspot.com.au: What You’ll Need Paints A sponge, cut in half A potato A knife A texta Paper Step One - Cut the potato in half. Step Two - Draw your desired shape on [...]
For Christmas gifts that are made with love and look fabulous, Christmas cookies in stunning packaging is a great way to show friends and family how much you care. Impeccably-baked Christmas sugar cookies are made much more beautiful when packaged beautifully, and preserve their shape and flavor better than in a Tupperware, like this Mix [...]
For those of us who live in the hotter parts of the country, a Winter Wonderland doesn’t really come to pass at any time of the year. But for those of you who love the look of snow blanketing the barren winter landscape and want to bring that atmosphere inside, there are a few ways [...]
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